Matchinanggre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Matchinanggre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matchinanggre is 272963. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matchinanggre
According to the 2011 Census, Matchinanggre village had a total population of 426 people, including 219 males and 207 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.00%, with male literacy at 87.98% and female literacy at 77.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 219 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 217 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 161 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 58 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Matchinanggre
Matchinanggre is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Matchinanggre
Public transport in the Matchinanggre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Matchinanggre is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matchinanggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matchinanggre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Matchinanggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matchinanggre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matchinanggre
Where is Matchinanggre located?
Matchinanggre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Matchinanggre?
The pincode of Matchinanggre is 794105.
What is the population of Matchinanggre?
Matchinanggre had a total population of 426, including 219 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Matchinanggre?
Matchinanggre had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matchinanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matchinanggre was 83.00%. Male literacy was 87.98% and female literacy was 77.65%.